Denver news in 5 minutes: What you need to know today, Sept. 29

Hey, y’all. Check out this gorgeous photo I found in the library archives this morning — you can still see the traces of the old theater’s life and grandeur, but then there’s a huge truck that says “Nope, you’re done.” After that, read on for today’s Denver news roundup.

Demolition of the old Broadway theatre at 1756 Broadway on Feb. 21, 1955. (David Mathias/Western History & Genealogy Dept./Denver Public Library/X-24817)

Life in the city:

It’s podcast time. This week, Ashley tells you about a restaurant you can’t go to (because of a fire) and Erica reports back on a ludicrously long City Hall meeting about historic value and gentrification around Highland. Listen local. (Denverite)

Here’s what’s happening this weekend. I’d love to see Future Islands, and maybe also the lecture about the KKK’s history here. And don’t forget that the Rockies have three home games against the Dodgers. (Denverite)

The feds gave RTD an important approval that sets the stage for the eventual removal of crossing attendants from the A and B lines, as well as perhaps for the testing of the G Line. The state of Colorado, however, is still giving RTD trouble, as Megan reports. (Denverite)

Space angels:

Colorado ranks second among states for private-sector employment in the space industry, but we have very few space startups. This story by Greg Avery also includes the words “space angel investor” and “Space Angels,” which I imagine looks like this guy. (DBJ)

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